Online Bootcamps (SUMMER 2026)

Our immersive, free, hands-on bootcamps are designed to give elementary and middle school students the tools they need to think critically, speak confidently, and engage in meaningful discussions. Through interactive activities, hands-on coaching, and real-world practice, students will gain essential skills in public speaking and argumentation that will help them get ready for higher-level competition and benefit them for life.

ALL BOOTCAMPS ARE COMPLETELY FREE.

Advocacy and Leadership Through Speaking

This six-week bootcamp is designed to empower students in grades 4–8 to become thoughtful advocates and emerging leaders through the power of public speaking. Students will explore real-world issues, develop persuasive messages, and build leadership skills centered around civic engagement and social impact. Through speeches, simulations, and collaborative projects, students will learn how to use their voice to inform, inspire, and advocate for change—culminating in a final advocacy speech on a topic they care about.

Public Speaking and Presentation

This six-week bootcamp is designed to equip students with essential public speaking and presentation skills in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment. From building confidence to mastering delivery, students will learn to express themselves clearly, structure their thoughts effectively, and present with poise. The program concludes with a final showcase where students deliver a speech they’ve developed and refined throughout the course.

Critical Thinking and Argumentation

This six-week bootcamp empowers students with the tools to think critically, speak persuasively, and argue effectively through collaborative and engaging activities. Designed for students in grades 4–8, the course introduces core argumentation skills through speaking drills, structured discussions, and mini-debates. With a focus on hands-on learning and real-world application, students gain confidence in both speaking and reasoning—culminating in a final competitive-style debate showcase.

Introduction to Debate